This is Pastor Rick's Daily Hope, the audio broadcast ministry of Pastor Rick Warren.

Today we continue in a series called The Foundation of a Life Well Lift.

In these teachings, Rick shows us that God has given each one of us something special,

whether it's talent, education, opportunities, ideas, or creativity,

and he wants us to use what he's given us for his glory and for our benefit.

In just a few moments, we're going to tell you how you can get a beautifully illustrated devotional for children by Pastor Rick

that will help them discover how much God loves them and that he has a special plan and purpose for their life.

You can find out more by going to www.pastorrick.com while you listen to today's message.

Or you can just text the word daily to 800-600-5,000-4 for more information.

Right now, here's Pastor Rick with part two of a message called,

Your Timing is Everything.

Number four, I should move fast this next year when I've made a promise to God.

When you make a promise to God, fulfill it quickly.

Don't wait on it. Don't delay. Again, a delayed promise is an unfulfilled promise.

We've all made promises to God. We've all made vows to God.

We've all made New Year's resolutions that we've forgotten or we've got lazy about.

But the Bible says, when I made a promised God, I need to fulfill it quickly.

Ecclesiastes chapter five verse four says this,

When you make a promise to God, keep it as quickly as possible.

So what have you promised to God? Keep it as quickly as possible.

He isn't happy with foolish people. Do what you promised to do.

So, as we start this New Year, here's another pointed question.

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